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Automotive Cyber Security Engineer

Gaydon
4 days ago
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Overview

Are you fascinated by the future and captivated by the Cyber Security of Rail, Automotive or Industrial Control System (ICS) technologies? Smart, driven, and wanting to make a difference in the world? Are you looking for a Cyber Security role that isn't all IT?

We have an opportunity for a Cyber Security Engineering Specialist, which could be for you!

To cope with exciting levels of customer demand, we are looking for an Automotive Cybersecurity Engineering Specialist to join our Automotive Cybersecurity team. As a subject matter expert, you will lead our teams into customer engagements, identifying solutions and methodologies to achieve our clients' goals. This role offers the chance to shape the strategic direction of the automotive cybersecurity offerings of an ambitious, rapidly growing global business.

You will join a rapidly growing team of Cyber Security Engineers, providing real-world, flexible and pragmatic security engineering solutions for various clients throughout the UK and Europe. We pride ourselves on our start-up style culture, which has excellent flexibility and countless growth opportunities. Thus, even if you don't have experience in all the areas we work in, you will be provided on-the-job training and coaching to ensure you succeed.

Our Cyber Security Engineers provide engineering and consultancy services, securing Automotive, Rail, and Industrial Control systems. You will be involved in various activities, from system concepts to ongoing operational security audits. You will be exposed to a broad range of technologies and security skills, covering both embedded Operational Technology (OT) systems and the IT systems with which they interact.

We collaborate closely with our customers, assisting them on their journey to good Cyber Security while ensuring the safety of their systems is never compromised. Our lives vary in type and location, so if you do not want to be stuck in the same office every day, you can attend regular off-site customer meetings and workshops.

Responsibilities

Risk Assessments (High level and detailed)
Security concept development
Security health checks / informal audits
Process improvement (Expleo and client)
Support the development of best practice working procedures for Cyber security activities.
Support, train and coach engineers on cyber security activities.
Regular meetings at customer sites within the UK.

Experience

Experience in Automotive and/or Industrial Controls system cyber security.
For those with a Rail and/or Automotive background and a good knowledge of electrical architectures, including the software integration paradigms, communication protocols and standards (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, etc.). Knowledge of ISO 21434 and UNECE Regulation 155 is a must.
Experience in Systems Engineering
Ability to interpret and apply the ISO 21434, IEC 62443 or ISO27K requirements and recommendations effectively and efficiently.
Experience supporting Business Development, e.g. proposal writing and supporting sales calls.
Experience leading teams of up to 5 people.

What do I need before I apply

Self motivated, and ability to work as a team member and across diverse teams
Willingness to learn.
Effective time management and prioritisation of tasks between multiple projects
Conscientious and attention to quality, reliability and safety
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must be able to attend regular meetings at customer sites in the UK.
Degree in either engineering, information technology, computer science or similar.

Benefits

Collaborative working environment - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
Competitive company benefits
Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
Communicating and promoting vacancies
Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people"We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age".

We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive

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